Regional Lead Project Manager: Central Administration #00904

DHRM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Regional Lead Project Manager for the Central Administration to oversee projects up to $5 million, acting as owners’ representative from inception to closeout. Responsibilities include scheduling, scope and budget control, quality assurance, safety, and environmental compliance.

The role requires broad knowledge of construction management, ability to coordinate with diverse agencies, and experience guiding projects through design and construction

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of construction project management processes.
• Experience managing multiple design and construction projects and budgets.
• VCCO certification and knowledge of codes and procurement for the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Plan projects up to $5 million and serve as owners’ representative through design, construction, and closeout.
• Manage schedules, scope, budgets and QA for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with outside agencies and ensure regulatory compliance throughout project lifecycle.

Job description

Title: Regional Lead Project Manager: Central Administration #00904

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I

Hiring Range: $78,921 - $129,428

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position mainly will support projects in the VADOC Central Region (Facilities & Offices — Virginia Department of Corrections) and reports to the Construction Project Administrator and is responsible for the planning of various projects up to $5 million, varying in difficulty and complexity. Serves as owners’ representative and is responsible for leading the project through design, construction and close out processes of projects. The position includes schedule, scope and budget management, quality assurance, safety and environmental compliance, coordinating administrative and logistic support for each assigned project. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert to other project managers throughout the State of Virginia and help resolve complex problems and issues related to construction projects.
Actively Participate in the productive, effective and cost-efficient delivery of programs and services which support and enhance field operations to achieve the goals, mission and vision of the Department.
To provide professional oversight for authorized construction and design projects on behalf of the Department of Corrections for all phases of the work from inception to completion while assuring the Departments needs are being met.

Minimum Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of construction project management processes. Demonstrated experience to managing and supervising numerous design and construction projects, analyze technical problems and recommend corrective engineering solutions. Experience communicating effectively with all management and support levels, other professionals, employees and external contractors. Experience managing project budgets through all phases to ensure expenditures and encumbrances do not exceed available funds. VCCO certification. Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of multiple design and construction projects. Knowledge and experience with the codes, laws and regulations governing construction and contractor procurement for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Support coordination with outside agencies such as State Fire Marshal, Division of Engineering and Building, Department of Historic Resources, Department of Environmental Quality, utility providers and other local, state and Federal agencies as required and unsure projects are in regulatory and statutory compliance.

Additional Considerations

Experience working with Division of Engineering and Buildings (DEB). Experience with the Construction and Professional Services Manual. Experience in public procurement and admirative processes. Professional Engineering or Architecture license. Knowledge of CADD or Revit.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time